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Blackwell, TX

Texas · Nolan County

Blackwell is a small town in Texas with a population of 233. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
233 Population 395/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $43,325 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $135,709 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $717/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

How Blackwell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population233
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$43,325
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,201M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,709
Housing Units123
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+16.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute39 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries1

Is Blackwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blackwell receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Blackwell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blackwell is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blackwell is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blackwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Blackwell has a population of 233 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

233
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blackwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackwell is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Blackwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,325
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$64,385

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$1,201M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare25
Retail57
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,392
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blackwell is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,709.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,709

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,392
54% above US avg
Effective Rate6.86%
In Blackwell, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blackwell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,085
Dentists1:1,809
Mental Health1:1,100
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death10,043/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities25
Blackwell has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,106 ft (642 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates32.0851°N, 100.3194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyNolan County County
County FIPS48353
Blackwell is located in Nolan County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.2-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.2%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 59.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+16.1%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyNolan County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants42
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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